Civic, social and political education (CSPE) is a mandatory citizenship education subject taken during the junior cycle in the Irish post-primary curriculum. This article looks at the historical development of the subject from its first incarnation as civics to its recreation as CSPE and then to its recent move into the Wellbeing Programme. The…

Social studies promotes civic competence by equipping students with the knowledge, values, beliefs, attitudes, and skills needed in a democratic society (Allen & Stevens, 1998; National Council for the Social Studies [NCSS], 1994). However, the multidisciplinary characteristics of civic issues entail an integrated curriculum covering different…

This article provides an example of a social studies lesson from Turkish educational context in order to facilitate comparison with examples of social studies lessons from other parts of the world. This lesson was recorded in a 7th grade class at a middle school in one of the metropolitan neighborhoods in Istanbul. According to the current…

GRADES OR AGES: Grade 5. SUBJECT MATTER: Social studies: revolution and conflict. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The introductory material includes an overview of the unit, suggestions for integrating it with the rest of K-12 social studies program, and suggestions for initiating the unit. The main text is presented in four columns:…

In keeping with Alberta Education's goals and responsibilities to develop and evaluate curriculum and to set standards and assess outcomes, the Ministry is reviewing the status and purpose of social sciences courses as part of the high school curriculum. The present social sciences curriculum was revised in 1985. As part of the social sciences…

The special papers provide a definition, delineate the scope, present a conceptual framework, and identify the method of inquiry and some techniques used for explaining the body of knowledge for each of six disciplines. The background papers to Project Social Studies are: 1) "Sociology" by Caroline Rose; 2) "The Study of…

Provides an annotated list of 106 recent (1987) children's trade books useful in the field of social studies. The categories and number of books are American History, Culture, and Life (31); World History and Culture (14); Biography (5); Folktales, Legends, and Storytelling (19); Contemporary Interests and Controversies (6); Careers (4); and…

Presents the case for adding more political science, economics, and history coursework to existing social science requirements for teacher preparation. Provides examples of how each of the three disciplines can contribute to teaching and concludes with five recommendations for implementing reform. JDH)

This article seeks to provide basic information and guidelines for the teaching of social studies in kindergarten and grades 1 through 3. It emphasizes the importance of molding youth to fit into a democratic society and points out the usefulness of social studies to achieve this end. An interdisciplinary approach is advocated, which would include…

Reports results of a study of social science knowledge and critical-thinking ability among preservice teachers and five other college majors. Provides historical comparisons in addition to contemporary data. Results indicate that commonly perceived notion that elementary preservice teachers represent least knowledgeable body in the university…

Inquiry approach is applied to a revised social studies curriculum in which grades are assigned on the point system; political science, science, and anthropology are added to course content; and, new texts and extensive audiovisual aids are utilized. (DS)

This anthology examines the role and current conditions of citizenship in the United States' society. The compilation of essays by eminent social scientists and educators explore the concept of citizenship from various disciplinary perspectives: educational (Thomas L. Dynneson and Richard E. Gross); political (Robert B. Woyach); historical (Kerry…

GRADES OR AGES: Grades K-12. SUBJECT MATTER: Social studies. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The subject matter is divided into the following five themes: 1) Man develops within his physical and cultural environment. 2) Man functions within an interdependent society. 3) Man seeks justice and order. 4) Man experiences conflict and change. 5)…

Forty-seven elective secondary level social studies courses are described in this catalog. The underlying overall philosophy of the program is to recognize the basic worth of the individual and to help each student reach his potential. Four kinds of affective and cognitive objectives essential to continuing growth are emphasized: inquiry skills,…

Sets forth principles for reforming American education to place greater stress on democratic values. Explains why such reform could reinstate belief in democracy as the worthiest form of government, and one whose survival is far from assured. Argues for the return of history, geography, and the humanities to the center of the curriculum. (KH)